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Secret Kiss Cookies Recipe

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4.6 from 101 reviews
  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 57 minutes
  • Yield: 32 cookies 1x

Description

Secret Kiss Cookies are soft, buttery treats with a decadent Hershey’s Kiss center. These delightful cookies are wrapped around a chocolate kiss, baked to golden perfection, and generously rolled in powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings, parties, or anytime you crave a classic, melt-in-your-mouth cookie with a chocolate surprise inside.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup salted sweet cream butter (softened)
  • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Filling & Coating

  • 32 Hershey Kisses (unwrapped)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (or more if needed)

Instructions

  1. Beat the Butter: Using a stand mixer or a medium mixing bowl with a handheld mixer, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for 1 minute until creamy and smooth.
  2. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Incorporate the granulated sugar and vanilla extract into the butter, continuing to mix for an additional 1 minute to combine well.
  3. Mix in Flour and Chill Dough: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix on low speed for 30 seconds to 1 minute until the dough just comes together. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
  5. Scoop Cookie Dough: Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop out cookie dough balls. For best results, use a heaping scoop to be sure the dough will fully encase the chocolate Kiss.
  6. Shape Cookie Around Chocolate: Roll each dough scoop into a ball, then flatten it with your hands to a size that can comfortably wrap around one unwrapped Hershey Kiss.
  7. Encase the Kiss: Place an unwrapped kiss in the center of the flattened dough, then carefully fold the dough up and around the chocolate, sealing it completely.
  8. Place on Baking Sheets: Arrange the shaped dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  9. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set and slightly golden.
  10. Cool Slightly: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 8 to 10 minutes to firm up and finish cooking.
  11. Coat in Powdered Sugar: Roll each warm cookie gently in powdered sugar to coat fully, then return them to the baking sheets to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and better texture.
  • Use a heaping cookie scoop to ensure enough dough wraps around the Kiss chocolate to avoid melting through during baking.
  • Chilling the dough helps prevent excessive spreading in the oven and improves texture.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For a festive twist, use colored tinted powdered sugar or decorate with holiday sprinkles before the coating dries.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Secret Kiss Cookies, Hershey Kiss Cookies, Chocolate Center Cookies, Halloween Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Sugar-Coated Cookies, Soft Butter Cookies

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